Fashions come and go and this is as true in the restaurant world as it is on the catwalk. Over the past few years we have witnessed the ‘burger revolution’, the growth in popularity of cocktails and a move towards less formal dining. Moreover, they say that travel broadens the mind but it has also […]
A Restaurant that Knox Your Socks Off – Knox Review Read More »
Discovering that something you like is on sale is always a pleasure and just like you would with fashion, books or plane tickets, when you buy wine at offers, a little bit of planning and knowing what to look for can go a long way and will help you to find true value and make the most
O’Briens September Wine Sale: Ten Tips to Get the Best Value and Our Top Picks Read More »
Nicastro, Calabria, 1980. ‘Eileen, don’t you just love this town?’ Caterina asks as we walk the Sunday afternoon passegiata ritual. ‘To tell you the truth, I feel very uncomfortable. Men are looking at us as if we are nude,’ I reply. Nudging me affectionately in the side and tossing back her magnificent mane of jet-black hair, she laughs, ‘Quelli
Calabrese Swordfish Pizzaiola Recipe by Eileen Dunne Crescenzi Read More »
For some people, tipping the waiting staff after eating in a restaurant is a certainty as inescapable as death or taxes, for others it’s a sign of praise reserved for outstanding servers and then there are those that vehemently refuse to tip, whether out of principle or lack of it, depending on how you see it. How Modern
To Tip or Not to Tip? That is the Question Read More »
Buried in the barrage of food photos that make up my Instagram feed, I recently scrolled upon a meme that made me giggle, “there is no ‘we’ in ‘food”. I know plenty of people who’s soul this saying would speak to but greedy as I can be, I can’t concur with this statement – for
The Art of Sharing – Dublin’s Most Delicious Dishes á Deux Read More »
“The Irish palate is changing”, says Michael Onalimi, owner and director of The Jungle Food Company, as he presents Flavour Safari, his innovative range of African inspired sauces, “Ireland’s first”, he points out. “People demand new flavours, they’ve travelled around the world and tried new foods and now they want those things here.” Michael, who
Exploring A Fusion of African and Irish Ingredients – The Flavour Safari Story Read More »
Baking fever has arrived. The Great British Bake Off is back with another season of thrilling adventures in the kitchen with everything from panettone to pavlovas being mastered in homes from Ballycotton to Brighton. Everyone appreciates a good homemade cake, but how about a great cake? That challenge has been laid down, much to the
Behind the Scenes at London’s Violet Bakery Read More »
Before meeting Lorraine Heskin, you can see how her high level of attention to detail is present in all aspects of Gourmet Food Parlour: the delicate flower-shaped lamps that hang without a dusty spot, the tasteful decor that blends Provençal style and a refreshing, modern, Irish touch; the efficient yet friendly staff constantly in the move and with
Lorraine Heskin on Gourmet Food Parlour’s Decade of Success Read More »
For eleven months of the year, Brussels is a haven for the hungry. Satisfy that late-night snacky feeling at the local friterie (chip shop), where the chips have been double-fried in goose fat. On the way home from a night out with plentiful beers and negotiable closing hours, slip in the side door of a
Brussels Food & Drink Travel Guide Read More »
I have a confession to make – I’m not really as into the whole brunch thing as the masses appear to be. Do I brunch? Sometimes. Is it the highlight of my week eating-wise? Rarely. I want breakfast, lunch and dinner and I don’t feel like I need an excuse to have a drink during
Save Me From Myself at The Butcher Grill – Brunch Review Read More »
I was born in May, when the first blossoms of the season—and strawberries—appear. Maybe this is why I never tire of using these delicate berries in desserts like this delectable tart in which the fruit is baked with a creamy almond filling. This strawberry and almond tart recipe is my go-to tart when I am
Strawberry and Almond Tart Recipe by Beatrice Peltre Read More »
A Taste of West Cork Food Festival returns this year, ambitious as ever with 188 events over 10 days across 32 town and villages and 8 islands. A vast programme, some 27 pages long available in print and online (www.atasteofwestcork.com) covering everything from producer visits; chef dining events; kayaking, walking and history tours; debates and
Top Picks off a Very Tasty Menu – A Taste of West Cork Food Festival 2016 Read More »
Napa Valley is about an hour drive north from San Francisco – the perfect day trip or weekend get away if you love anything food and wine! Napa county consists of several little towns, most famous for its wineries and restaurants are Downtown Napa, Yountville & St. Helena. Over the past two decade, Napa has
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I know this much is true: many of the best eats in Bangkok can be found in the city’s vibrant street markets. The word Bangkok itself is a synonym for ‘street food’ in the Thai language, so having a least a few meals while perambulating through a labyrinth of vendors selling everything edible under the
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Northern Ireland’s Capital offers an eclectic range of alternatives for a night out. Whether you’re looking for an authentic and traditional experience, a glamorous high-end soirée, a cool place to watch sports and taste craft beers or a quirky spot with an unusual character, Belfast has a bar for you. We compiled a list of our ten
Ten Amazing Bars In Belfast that Show the City’s Eclectic Bar Scene Read More »
Walking past the black, wooden-clad facade of no.11 Dawson street, that houses Peruke & Periwig, you could be forgiven for the presumption that this old-timely building is somewhat out of place. However, catch a glimpse through a pane of the front door on any Saturday night and you are bound to find a room brimful
Timeless Taste and Well Tuned Drinks – Peruke & Periwig Review Read More »
Agedashi Tofu is a very popular dish, especially in Izakaya restaurants in Japan. This yuzu miso tofu recipe is a customer favourite in Miyazaki, even with those who wouldn’t normally order a tofu dish. Ingredients: Dashi – 1l water – 20g kombu – 10g bonito flakes Yuzu-miso – 25g miso – 25g yuzu pepper –
Yuzu Miso Tofu Recipe by Chef Takashi Miyazaki Read More »
If we take Hollywood’s word on Tequila, there are two ways to enjoy it: Frozen Margaritas or shots (lick the salt first, suck the lime after). According to Tinseltown, Tequila is the fuel for craziness at loud college house parties and wild spring breaks or it can also be served neat to test a man’s toughness when he enters a dodgy bar that evokes
Mexican Spirits: Say Sí to Authentic Agave Drinks Read More »
There are not many Dubs who have grown up and managed to escape an annual trip to sunny South East during the summer holidays, certainly for both of us it was a rite of passage every year. With our own kids however we hadn’t ventured down in a quite a while and with a bit
Something Special Cooking in the Sunny South East – The Kitchen Gorey Review Read More »
From Berliner Weiss to Gose, I’ve got the low down on the range of beers most commonly known as ‘sours’. Much like your favourite fizzy sweets, these beers can range from lightly tart to an in-your-face, mouth-puckering sour delight. So what makes sour beers, well, sour? Sour beers owe their distinctive sour flavours to yeast
Like fire and little bit of electricity: The World of Sour Beer Read More »
Like any other creation worthy of developing a loyal fandom, wine has its own language and customs that look strange from the outside: the whirling, the slurping and the spitting might seem wacky for the haters and intimidating for those with a compelling curiosity but who don’t know where to get started. Many experts -real and “so called”- offer classes and
The Pleasure of Learning: WSET Level 2 at Dublin Bar Academy Course Review Read More »
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